How to perform quantity takeoff in Tekla with a Revit IFC

In this Revit video tutorial, you will learn how to apply a Revit IFC in Tekla structures to generate a quantity takeoff report.

By doing this, import will go to ad model in the reference models list and look over for that IFC file.

The video will teach you the following lessons :-

1. Import an IFC Model as a reference model.
2. Find out its properties to view IFC object information.
3. Download Tekla Warehouse content that comprises of Organizer categories and templates to be utilized with a Revit IFC.
4. Apply the organizer to create custom reports and accomplish quantity takeoff directly with the IFC.
5. Export information to Excel.

It is possible to import IFC models as reference models and pull out information instantly with the Organizer. Alternatively, the imported IFC objects can be transformed into Tekla Native objects. The imported IFC reference models can also be utilized for clash checking and scheduling.

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Published By
Rajib Dey
www.constructioncost.co
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progeSOFT launched iCADMac 2018 for Mac users

iCADMac 2018 is the most updated version of 2D / 3D CAD software for Mac that provides inherent DWG / DWF support. This newest version comes up with various new features and it is compatible with DWG 2018 files.

iCADMac is a 2D / 3D native DWG and DXF software that functions on macOS platform. The program comprises of an extensive lists of two-dimensional drawing and 3D modeling.

This newest version contains a wide array of suitable add-ons like converting PDF to DWG, exporting 3D PDF, library containing more than 20,000 blocks and integrated and free access to numerous blocks on the Traceparts and Cadenas portals.

There are several new express menu commands to edit texts, make shapes on the basis of particular entities, combine sheets in a single layout or scale blocks etc. Another interesting feature is the Path option for the Series command: entities like Line, Polyline, Arc, Circle, Ellipse or Spline are chosen as a path along which the series objects can be copied.

Some other exciting features are the list of suggestions of the Autocompleta function to accelerate the addition of commands and options, Multifunctional Grips with contextual menus to choose and rectify objects in rapid maniaera, new options to rectify the polylines that allow tapering, reverse direction, insert vertices at the midpoint, convert a linear segment of polyline to arc and vice versa.

You can define default layers for hatches and dimensions using HPLAYER and DIMLAYER system variables, call hatch sizes and gradient fills with Trim and PowerTrim commands (cut hatches remain associated and behave as a single entity), create hatches from images , blocks, external references and covering entities with the SuperHatch command.

It is possible to download a demonstration version of iCADMac 2018 that will be valid for 30 days and complete with all the features. The least requirements are: a Mac with OS X 10.11 or later and at least 4GB of RAM (8GB recommended).

To download the software, go through the following site. icadmac.com

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Rajib Dey

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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CAD blocks can save huge time & money in your cad design & cad drafting process

CAD blocks are also known as model libraries as well as standard part libraries or just blocks. These CAD blocks can be used to streamline the CAD drafting & designing process. A CAD block belongs to a named object, or group of objects, that is drawn in 2D or modeled in 3D and after that it is used to generate continual CAD content like drawing symbols, standard details, common parts or other objects operated constantly inside a drawing or model.

As for example there may be various doors inside the plan having identical type and size in a customary residential floor plan. CAD blocks are used to reprocess those doors rather than drawing a new one always. This results in saving huge time and money.

Benefits of CAD Blocks

Curtail Iterative Tasks — when the design team requires to utilize an object or part several times in a drawing, they should employ blocks. Blocks will save significant times while generating objects primarily as well as save huge time when modifications are necessary. As for instance, if it is required to modify the type of water closet utilized in all the bathrooms all through the building in a big commercial architectural floor, it is not necessary to modify each water closet one at a time. Just revise the block in Block Editor and the block will be automatically corrected in every allocated space in the drawing.

Accuracy — If you use a perfect CAD part or block, apply that similar CAD part or block all through a drawing or model. It will maintain reliability and reduce prospective errors originated from redrawing the item every time. Besides, if you are going to start the design with complicated parts, just download the required part or model directly from a manufacturer or supplier. Thus, you will get proper size and specification information to apply in your design.

Reduced File Sizes — File size is decreased through instancing content devoid of redefining object data for each instance, a block is applied. Just use your CAD program to obtain the insertion point and rotation by reprocessing the object geometry out of the original block. It can greatly optimize the performance while dealing with large projects.

Maintain Consistency — If you contain a series of CAD standards, make sure that all the drawings and models are perfectly demonstrated. If all your title blocks, plumbing fixtures, piping symbols and fasteners are shown systematically from one drawing to another, apart from which CAD user operated on them, it is a very crucial factor in improving the effectiveness as well as and minimizing the chances for error in your drawings.

Block Attributes — There are various types of metadata information known as attributes in the blocks. These may range from information like title block information, asset tracking numbers, or manufacturer information for example part number, model or weight. This data can be associated with an Excel database and extracted to generate reports, bills of material and schedules.

Ref: www.engineering.com

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Published By

Rajib Dey

www.bimoutsourcing.com

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